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3 Things You Need for the Ideal Outdoor Speaker System

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Enjoy the springtime to the fullest with our solutions!

Don’t you just love the beginning of a new season? Now that spring is here in Highland Park, IL, the sun is shining brighter, the birds seem to sing louder, and the colors of nature are more beautiful than ever. A great way to enjoy and celebrate these amazing sights is by hosting cookouts, pool parties, and movie nights under the stars with family and friends. 

To enjoy the best alfresco entertainment experience, however, you need to integrate the highest quality equipment. In this blog, we will explore the main elements you need to enjoy your outdoor speaker system to the fullest —take a look! 

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WHAT’S NEW FROM SAVANT?

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SAVANT HOME AUTOMATION AND LIGHTING CONTROL WILL ENHANCE HOME AND HEALTH 

At Avidia, we integrate light into your smart home to enhance every room and optimize your lifestyle. That’s why we rely on Savant home automation and lighting control for most of our Lake Forest, IL, projects. But there is much more to lights and automation than most homeowners realize. 

Read on to learn how Savant lighting control systems lead to a better life for you and your family. 

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How to Find the Best Outdoor Audio System for Your Home

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Pick Outdoor Speakers That Withstand the Weather and Suit Your Needs

Outdoor audio can truly enhance your backyard, but choosing a speaker that will withstand the elements and meet your needs can be tricky. While looking around for a new outdoor audio system, there are a few things your new system must have as well as added features you may want. Keep reading to learn more about outdoor speakers and how to choose the best system for your Barrington, IL, home. 

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Winter Is Here… Thankfully So Are Motorized Shades

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Motorized Shades Will Save You Time, Energy & Money through the Winter and beyond 

Now that cold weather has made its way to Wilmette, IL, it is once again time to watch the temperature readings go down and the energy bills go up. Unless, of course, you own a smart home with an integrated climate control system. 

At Avidia, we have everything you need to keep your home warm and energy efficient through the cold months ahead. That means smart thermostats, automated lights, and even motorized shades. Best of all, these same devices will cool you down in the summer as well! 

In this article, we will explore the different ways that motorized shades will save you time, energy, and money through the winter months and beyond! 

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Explore Effortless, Luxurious Living with Savant Home Automation

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The Savant App Provides an Easy-to-Use Interface for Smart Living

Are you considering entering the world of smart home living? Today, these homes offer unrivaled ease of living, managing your home with one touch, a voice command, or automated schedules. Would you like your shades to slowly rise, letting in the first morning light in your Winnetka, IL, home? 

Or, maybe you’d like to return at the end of a long day to beautiful landscape lights that illuminate when you pull into the driveway, doors that unlock, your “End of the Day” playlist streaming through your home and outdoor areas, and the spa heated. If you can envision it, we, at Avidia, can make it happen. 

We also know that technology that’s not easy to use quickly goes the way of the dodo. That’s why we partner with Savant home automation, a platform known for its ease of use and ability to automate homes of any size, including exclusive luxury estates and super yachts. In fact, they were the first home automation company that embraced mobile technology, enabling users to manage their homes from a smartphone app. 

Let’s explore their user-friendly interface and how we create customized smart homes that make life a little easier and a lot more enjoyable.

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